Arsenal defender Per Mertesacker has stated that the difference between his side and reigning Premier League champions Chelsea is the West London club’s ability to avoid defeats. The Gunners looked like a potential title challenger last season but a number of inconsistent spells cost Arsene Wenger’s men a prolonged crack at top spot. The Blues on the other hand were difficult to beat and ended up winning the league due to their ability to avoid defeats. Mertesacker has stated that Arsenal must follow in the Blues’ lead and grind out results if they are to become English champions this season. “If you compare us to Chelsea, the reigning champions, I think they lost only three games...
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